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Question 316584: I am actually taking a Calc 3 class but need a quick review....
If I have the equation y=3sin2t How do I solve for t?
Found 2 solutions by moshiz08, stanbon:
Answer by moshiz08(60) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Divide both sides by 3, take the arcsin of both sides, then divide both sides by 2.
+t+=+%28arcsin%28y%2F3%29%29%2F2+
Good luck!

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
y=3sin(2t)
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sin(2t) = y/3
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Take the inverse sin of both sides
2t = sin^-1(y/3)
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t = (1/2)sin^-1(y/3)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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